Portales Metro Area, NM Crime


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The crime rate in Portales, NM Metro Area has been a growing concern for its residents. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in this area is 20.3, slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Portales is significantly higher than the US average at 51, compared to the national average of 35.4. This means that residents of Portales are at a higher risk of becoming victims of property crimes such as burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. This has caused a sense of unease and fear among the community, as they strive to find ways to combat and reduce crime in the area. Increased police presence and community outreach programs have been implemented to improve the safety and security of Portales, but more efforts are needed to further decrease the crime rate and provide a safer environment for its residents.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Portales Metro Area violent crime is 20.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Portales Metro Area property crime is 51.0. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Portales, New Mexico does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Portales, New Mexico. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Portales, New Mexico. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Portales, NM Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
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